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About London Internships

The Global Experiences London internship program provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical work experience in a wide range of professional career fields while experiencing all that British life and culture has to offer. The program combines a professional internship, contemporary student accommodation, group excursions and social activities, and more.

London is one of the most diverse cities in the world, socially, culturally and professionally. Multinational banks, media, local and global politics, fashion, international business and more are right at your fingertips in this lively city. Global Experiences will provide you a unique opportunity to live and work in London while helping to differentiate you from the millions of others entering the workforce each year. London is also the hub for access to Europe offering endless weekend traveling opportunities!

Approved applicants will work with our experienced staff to discuss your academic background, career goals, resume and interview preparation, and development of the customized internship. We are proud to have a 100% intern placement success rate for all accepted into our London internship program.

Former Global Experiences interns in London have gone onto successful careers all over the world, with some now calling London home. Now it is your turn to shine!

London Programs Includes

Global Experiences London program is a comprehensive group program that offers many of the components you need for a great semester or summer abroad. Included in the program are the following services:

Guaranteed Custom Internship Placement

Global Experiences guarantees internships to all participants accepted into its internship programs. Unlike traditional recruitment companies, we work with each applicant on a one-to-one basis to understand their expectations and match them with the best employer in their prospective career field. By getting to know each individual applicant, learning their academic backgrounds, career objectives, language proficiency (where relevant) and overall expectations for their experience abroad, we are able to place each individual in a work environment that will help them gain valuable work experience abroad. We help each prospective intern create an effective resume, professionally prepare for interviews with potential employers, and psychologically prepare for their experience living and working abroad.

Housing

Interns live in a contemporary twin share room with great amenities. Located in central London, this student accommodation is close to the London Underground and Eurostar trains., providing easy access to the greater London area and other countries in Europe. You will be living the European dream before you know it. See the Accommodations section for more details.

Excursions and Social Events

Global Experiences wants to you to work hard and also play hard with our excursion and activities calendar designed for you to maximize your time abroad. Global Experiences offers regular happy hours to help you network with your peers in London’s social scene. You can travel independently or with fellow interns using Global Experiences travel resources to complement your social calendar. Consult one of our program consultants to learn what is included in your program of interest (it depends on the time of year). All programs include a variety of social opportunities to make the most of your time in London and Europe.

Upcoming Events

Bus Tour of LondonJanuary 15, 2012
Orientation - NidoJanuary 15, 2012
Casual Pub Meet (optional Welcome Activity)January 15, 2012
Welcome Happy HourJanuary 18, 2012
Day Out in GreenwichJanuary 22, 2012
Day Trip to Oxford, Cambridge or CanterburyFebruary 4, 2012
Happy HourFebruary 15, 2012
Traditional Afternoon TeaFebruary 19, 2012
Ghost Walk or Jack the Ripper WalkFebruary 29, 2012
Meet-up (optional)March 14, 2012
Day Trip to Brighton, Oxford Cambridge, or Canterbury **dependent on weather**March 24, 2012
Farewell Dinner/Happy HourApril 4, 2012

Other Important Inclusions

  • Travel Medical Insurance (Emergency Medical + Personal Liability) valid for the length of your program
  • On the ground support & 24/7 emergency contact
  • Information and assistance obtaining required visa (as necessary)
  • Welcome social event and orientation meeting
  • Extensive pre-departure information provided by program consultants and online portal
  • Dedicated program coordinator to prepare you for your program

What is not included

  • Airfare
  • BUNAC visa- All students with U.S. citizenship wishing to participate in our London program must have a valid passport and obtain a BUNAC Visa to legally participate provided you are currently an enrolled student or will be within 6 months of graduation upon beginning the program. Those requiring a BUNAC visa will incur a visa and processing fee of approximately $1,200 in addition to the program costs, which are not imposed by Global Experiences but rather for the visa itself. You must advise your Program Consultant that you are in need of this visa. Please inquire within for more information. Eligibility and acceptance is determined based on a completed application form and formal acceptance into the program. Some host employers may not be able to accept international students so please discuss your placement area prior to enrolling.

Career Fields Available in London

We offer a wide range of career field options in London . If you do not see yours listed below please contact a program consultant as we are able to find placements in other areas.

Career Fields in London



Accounting

Loss Prevention company working with corporate clients and fraud

Start Date

Length

This company specializes in loss prevention and risk management. In particular, they work with corporate clients in respect to credit card, insurance, and banking fraud. Their software platform supports the full risk management lifecycle from modeling and execution, to investigation and oversight with three key capabilities: modeling tools, an execution engine, and monitoring & investigation dashboards. They seek interns with a wide array of computer, forensic accounting, and analytical skills. REQUIREMENTS: Junior Class standing and 3.4 GPA in a statistical, actuarial, or business forecasting related major.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software as well as forensice accounting, spreadsheet analysis and law enforcement.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Registered charity providing community accountancy services

Start Date

Length

A community non-profit that provides underprivileged and undeserved communities with support services is looking for an accounting intern. Interns will obtain firsthand knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting systems in the UK. From bookkeeping to preparing draft accounts to audits, this role is great for those looking to expand their accounting skills in a non-profit setting.

Ideal Candidate: Educational background/experience/interest in Accounting, interest in non-profit also beneifical, strong administrative skills and discretion

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Advertising/Marketing/PR

Bridal and evening wear designer

Start Date

Length

This bridal and ready-to-wear evening gown designer has more than twenty years of experience and has been recognized as a true expert when it comes to pattern cutting. Her dresses are made of the finest fabrics and bejeweled with Swarovski crystals and fresh water pearls.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a background in marketing and want exposure in the fashion industry, skills in writing press releases, and a desire to build a brand.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Innovative Health Care Marketing Business

Start Date

Length

This international healthcare marketing business has a long list of clients within the UK and beyond. They offer a range of services from consulting to training, recruitment to marketing. Only an ambitious young professional looking to make their mark should apply.

Ideal Candidate: Because this is a growing business with changing organizational needs, this intern could have a focus on marketing, want to work in recruitment, training, IT, or Events planning. This company is looking to groom an individual but it must be a go-getter.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Online boutique for luxury British goods

Start Date

Length

This placement is with a luxury boutique specializing in British luxury gifts for men, women and children. It is a one-stop shop for the best of British luxury goods. The boutique concept mirrors the wonderful, eclectic nature of the way in which the British shop and choose items of superb quality and unusual design.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for this position should have course work or work experience in public relations that includes experience writing press releases and exposure or the desire to work with the press. This candidate should be outgoing, positive and have an interest in fashion.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

PR Agency specializing in events, brands, and celebrity endorsement

Start Date

Length

This PR firm offers an energetic and honest approach when raising awareness for our clients brands. They believe that providing successful PR is about focusing on brand messages, product and brand building with the press, utilizing effort and resources to maximum effect. Interns at this placement will get a taste of the many sides of Public Relations.

Ideal Candidate: Educational background/experience in events/PR, admin skills, interest in PR a MUST.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Team Sportswear Label

Start Date

Length

This is a sportswear company that brings their customers top brands in the world of team sports. Along with an exciting Sportswear brand, they specialize in TEAMWEAR and SPORTS equipment for sports clubs and schools. They are a rugby kits, netball uniforms, hockey kit and cricket team wear supplier but also supply sports kits to athletic teams, football teams, and other sports such as polo, volleyball, basketball and many others.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a background in sports and a desire to gain solid experience with marketing. If you aren't afraid of juggling multiple tasks like working with designers, liaising with manufacturers, speaking to customers, and spearheading campaigns then this is the placement for you!

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Boutique consulting firm for major art galleries

Start Date

Length

This progressive company helps cultural, creative and third sector organisations plan, manage and thrive by providing practical help through strategy, finance and specialist consultancy services.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for this organization has a desire to gain experience doing boutique consulting. That means you're ambitious, driven, and you love finance, HR, PR, or Business. A background or desire to work with art galleries and a strong skill set with both interpersonal skills and computer skills make you the ideal intern.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Hip Public Relations Company

Start Date

Length

This PR group is comprised of multiple departments that handle clients in many industries including, fashion, beauty and special events.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for this position should have course work or work experience in public relations that includes experience writing press releases, monitoring media coverage, with a professional positive attitude. Interns with interest in Fashion, Beauty, and Events are a plus.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Architecture

Boutique architectural firm

Start Date

Length

This architectural placement is with a boutique firm where the projects are tailored to the client needs and vision. The approach to architecture is simple: their desire is to create something original and unexpected with each opportunity where the end user will be able to enjoy, relax and in general feel well. Their offices are located in London, Milan, Cairo, Mumbai, Jakarta, and Toronto. With a 40 year history of award-winning experience, this placement will give any architectural student a practical, hands-on experience in the industry.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have an educational background/experience in Architecture, and proficiency with both AutoCad and Photoshop. Highly creative and self-motivated people will excel.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Art, Art Museums and Galleries

Art Gallery specializing in modern Vietnamese art

Start Date

Length

This recently opened gallery specializes in contemporary Asian art. Some events take place in the evening and the selected intern will be required to stay late and assist with event staging acting as the gallerys ambassador. Other duties include performing administrative work and marketing. Since marketing is a critical responsibility, the intern will also help devise ways to meet client attendance targets by investigating new prospects and researching like-minded organizations. She or he will also be required to research and develop a marketing strategy that expands the gallerys presence online and further develops the organizations list of press contacts.. REQUIREMENTS: Junior class standing, 3.3 GPA in a business, marketing, or arts management major. Outstanding interpersonal skills, tenacity, and organizational skills are required.

Ideal Candidate: Educational bachground/experience in gallery/museum studies, art history, or similar, interest in Asian art a plus, administrative skills, events experience would be helpful

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Web based Media for the London Art Scene

Start Date

Length

This company is a website community of art and design professionals boasting more than 8000 members offering exhibitions, workshops, and much more.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate has an interest in art and design, skills in social media, writing/blogging and experience with programming/resizing with Photoshop or a similar program. Web publishing and editing skills are a bonus.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Urban Art Museum

Start Date

Length

The urban art movement is in full shape with this placement. A free museum with designated collections in anthropology, musical instruments and also natural history, with an aquarium,16 acres of gardens, a library and an education centre. Interns will be in a generalist role helping the volunteer coordinator in museum operations.

Ideal Candidate: Students or recent graduates with a background in museum studies or archival research, with an interest in day to day museum operations.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Notting Hill Street and Urban art gallery

Start Date

Length

This gallery is a vibrant urban contemporary arts gallery in the heart of Notting Hill, London. A stunning creative space owned by self-confessed devotees of street art, designed with exhibiting street arts in mind. Their mission is to promote graffiti as an art form, and they make a good case that street art is now the most influential art movement of the past 30 years. The infiltration of urban culture is huge, and it's influencing everything from skateboard design to high fashion. This placement is not a traditional gallery, it's an art place. What makes its uniqueness is not limited to the high level of the artists on show but also the fact that it is a part of the urban art movement itself under its own unique concept. The gallery is constantly swarming with artists with a thirst for collaboration, creativity and the possibility of expressing themselves freely on the walls of the Graff Garden. The Gallery captures your imagination and showcases raw, cutting-edge talent. A foundation to awaken and nurture unexplored talent while promoting those at the forefront of street art culture.

Ideal Candidate: A passion for arts is essential. Excellent copywriting skills, with a proven track record. Exceptional written English skills, PR experience, online/website content writing, Social media experience, and SEO experience are all ideal.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Business

Marketing and Events for London's Business Leaders

Start Date

Length

This organization was created with the aim of helping British business leaders across industry sectors, resolve problems & issues through peer-to-peer debate and discussion. Their community works on the premise that business leaders and chief executives need a safe space to ask questions and discuss solutions without the knowledge of employees or other stakeholders. As part of their marketing team, interns will be involved in managing all aspects of communication, event management and enhancing their brand development to support the vision of the organization. This includes the development, design and management of their website (and all associated revenue streams); the preparation of all materials relating to their events; and preparation of various weekly communications to their membership. REQUIREMENTS: Junior class standing, 3.4 in a business related major with an array of strong marketing, writing, and interpersonal skills.

Ideal Candidate: Students with a background in marketing and/or event management in a business context are encouraged to apply.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Artist management agency

Start Date

Length

This management firm is a specialist company sourcing specialist artists. What separates their stable from others is a passion for development. As artists themselves they know the difficulties involved in the entertainment and media world. They deliver a support based management method, taking the fear factor out of the artist/ agent relationship. Interns at this placement will have some administrative and general business tasks, but will also get to attend castings, see shows, and obtain an intimate glimpse into the London artist management world.

Ideal Candidate: Essential skills include: IT, Microsoft excel, word, power point, basic design skills.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Independent recording studio and artist management

Start Date

Length

Recording Studio with in-house independent record label seeks an all around assistant. The Intern will be assigned a PR/Marketing project for a band with an upcoming album release as well as assist with day-to-day studio operations. Duties include the preparation for a recording session on a given day; familiarization with studio facilities and learning studio etiquette; helping assistants with runner duties (for artists and studio technicians) during sessions.

Ideal Candidate: Backgroud and/or education in either marketing/PR OR music business and management, 2.8 GPA and sophomore class standing. Some combination of writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills required. Passion and pop music knowledge a must!

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Communications (TV/Radio)

Independent television production company

Start Date

Length

This placement is with an independent TV production company dedicated to creating mainstream factual entertainment series and formats for the British and international markets.They have a bold editorial ambition, and have created and produced large scale reality shows as well as entertainment and factual entertainment series for broadcasters including the BBC. Communications interns will get to work in television production, specific duties to be determined based on the intern's areas of expertise.

Ideal Candidate: Educational background/experience in communications/ television production, Sophomore status, 3.0 GPA in communications major and strong organizational & interpersonal skills.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Education

High profile US Education placement

Start Date

Length

This US governmental agency's London office seeks bright, motivated students for an internship focused on promoting education in the US to UK citizens. Interns are fully integrated into the work of the organization and are exposed to the day-to-day activities of one of the oldest and most prestigious bi-national organisations in the world. Though some administrative work is required, participants work closely with staff on a wide range of professional activities, from assisting prospective students with questions about US study to helping plan the annual USA College Day fair. For many students, this type of work is an exciting way to help other students interested in studying abroad and to compliment coursework, by experiencing first-hand differences in culture and educational systems between the US and UK.

Ideal Candidate: Some work experience in a university study abroad office office is ideal but not necessary. In events, good written and oral communication skills; Ability to learn quickly; Initiative; MS Office Intercultural sensitivity. Prefer Junior and up. Interest in NGO marketing, PR. Knowledge of US education system.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Engineering (Structural/Biochemical)

Clean Technology Company Developing Low Carbon Solutions

Start Date

Length

This company develops commercially viable low carbon building solutions for the residential and commercial sector which includes aspects of sustainable design and architecture, development of energy efficiency technologies, modern built environment innovation, design, modelling and construction of prototype homes and retrofits and design and implementation of new construction methodologies.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a background in architecture or engineering related work with autodesk and coursework or experience with heat transfer, fluid flow, and/or aerodynamics with ventilation.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Event Planning

Event Planning for an International Hotel Chain

Start Date

Length

This placement is with an internationally known hotel chain. The intern will work in the Conference and Events sales team developing a strategy for selling and arranging events, along with looking at new conference opportunities in the Bloomsbury area. The intern will be given the opportunity to develop their planning, organizational, communication, and time management skills.

Ideal Candidate: Educational background/experience in events management or event planning, familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Fashion Business

Fashion Sales and Marketing Agency

Start Date

Length

This showroom is a fashion sales and marketing agency representing a number of distinguished French, British, Spanish and other international labels. The Showroom has both worldwide and sole UK distribution rights for the labels it represents and sells to Independent boutiques, fashion chain stores and significant department stores. A diverse range of womenswear, menswear, childrenswear and accessories are offered, with a growing client base and a record of building strong Brands through focused marketing, and excellent buyers and press relations.

Ideal Candidate: Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, self-motivaed, highly organized, educational background and/or experience/interest in fashion marketing/PR/sales.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Fashion wear label for Polo enthusiasts

Start Date

Length

This company is a leading brand on the polo circuit and has been selected as the Official Supplier to several major tournaments, polo teams and polo clubs. The brand is worn by the best polo professionals from around the world as well as by amateur polo players, including members of the Royal Family, and polo watchers. Interns with this placement will be able to experience a variety of different sides of the business, working with suppliers, helping the design team, analyzing competitors, forecasting, and merchandising.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for this internship will have a background in fashion and will be eager to make their mark in helping to launch a major brand. The candidate must be a self-starter who can work independently and as a part of small team.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Couture, Ready-to-Wear, and Bridal fashion designer

Start Date

Length

This designer won Sky 1's reality TV show "Project Catwalk", establishing himself "as one of the most exciting young designers around". This success led to a contract with the online retailer oli.co.uk and the launch of his self-named line. Interns with this design house will immerse themselves in the fast paced world of London fashion in a business and marketing capacity.

Ideal Candidate: Fashion Business or Marketing majors. The ability to multi-task is essential in this demanding environment.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Eco fiber fashion company

Start Date

Length

This unique fashion and lifestyle organization sells merchandise through hundreds retail outlets England and Australia. In the last ten years, they have continued to grow the business to maintain their position at the forefront of organic natural clothing manufacturing and retailing. They seek an intern interested in environmentally conscious clothing alternatives who is willing to assist with general office duties and provide managerial support to our London based retail operation.

Ideal Candidate: Freshman class standing, a 2.8 GPA and a strong interest in fashion, retail and business administration in a social entrepreneurship environment.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Fashion Business in the London Fashion World

Start Date

Length

This designer specializes in a mixture of textures, fabrics, embroidery and crochet. Her collections have been featured in various major publications worldwide They seeks a PR assistant and personal assistant for the designer/company owner. The selected intern will develop skills in fashion PR and work with various publications, stylists and photographers. He/she will also assist in the PR preparations of their Spring & Fall collections for Londons Fashion week.

Ideal Candidate: Sophomore class standing and a 3.1 GPA. A strong combination of fashion, marketing, and/or PR coursework is required.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Fashion Design

Couture Bridal Designer

Start Date

Length

This designer creates top end evening wear , bridal and couture dresses and accessories in their small exclusive and friendly ready to wear couture house.. They seek a talented, hard working intern to help with all aspects of production and studio operations. Design/production duties include hand & machine sewing, cutting gowns & calicos, hand beading, designing tiaras & hair pieces and selecting fabric & trims. Other duties include window display merchandising, advising clients in regard to dress design, and helping on photo shoots & fashion shows.

Ideal Candidate: Minimum Sophomore class standing, a 3.0 GPA in fashion design and/or significant sewing/design skills. Strong organizational skills and an outgoing personality are also required.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Luxury British Designer

Start Date

Length

This dynamic British design brand provides unique luxury tailoring for contemporary woman. Their core product lines have gained recognition from the world's media and are now stocked internationally in the UK, USA, France and online with a bespoke service available in London. The student selected for this internship will gain production experience by assisting the designers with toiles and alterations, sewing, pattern cutting, and fabric/source trimming. Other general tasks involve assistance during factory visits and helping backstage (or preparing for) London Fashion Week.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate may have a combination of fashion course work and/or professional experience required.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Modern couture, ready-to-wear, and swimwear designer

Start Date

Length

This designer has a full docket of responsibilities for the intern who is accepted for this placement! You will gain a broad sense of what is involved in the daily workings of a small high end womenswear label. You will be given the opportunity to experience: sewing toiles, creating tech packs and dockets for factories, sourcing trimmings and fabrics, liasing with digital printers and other textile manufacturers, altering and tracing patterns, creating colour studies for print, creation of a look book, help in organizing the show in September, working out costings of garments and liasing with factories on quality control. Depending on your drawing skills there may also be print and laser cutting concepts to be created. It will be a very hands on position and you will be working directly with the Creative Director.

Ideal Candidate: Proficiency in Illustrator and PhotoShop, Sewing skills, as well as tracing of patterns and drawing skills. The higher the proficiency of the intern, the more responsibility they will be given.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Hot, new women's wear fashion label

Start Date

Length

Hot new label launched for spring 2009 and immediately embraced by Londons cool young fashion crowd. Playful, fun and fashion forward, the concept behind the brand is individuality with innovative and eye catching detail. Snapped up by stars including Rhianna, Alesha Dixon, Tulisa, Pixie Geldof and Daisy Lowe. Emma Bunton is a huge fan and can be regularly spotted wearing the labels cute and girly dresses. The vintage inspired collections feature contemporary fits and cute exclusive prints. Styles ranging from short and sassy sequined disco dresses, fresh nautical stripes, directional denim, ditsy floral summer playsuits and edgy tailoring.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a background in women's wear and coats and will also boast strong textile skills and either sketching skills, fabric cutting, measuring or sewing skills, as well as PhotoShop skills.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Cutting Edge Designer

Start Date

Length

Part of the young creative fashion scene in East London, this designer merges science and technology with high end knit fabric produced in Italy. Showing at London's Fashion Week twice yearly, this is an opportunity to get experience with a rising designer and gain experience that includes design and/or business as well as a well-rounded exposure as to how a fashion design business is built. This is a small studio environment with a serious, but supportive creative team. This is a great way to connect with London's cool fashion scene.

Ideal Candidate: Requires major in fashion design or fashion business. Interns must have great communication skills. Business interns will need the confidence to work with high end buyers/ media. Design interns need technical skills in knitwear pattern cutting.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Film and Theater

Cinema focused website

Start Date

Length

This website is devoted to all up to the moment cinema news. Included in the site are features such as film reviews, blogs and current news in the film industry. This placement is more journalism focused, where interns will review and blog about the film industry.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate should have experience in writing and using wordpress. In addition, coursework with image and video manipulation programs like Paint.NET and coursework in online marketing theory is ideal. Training in SEO and PPC campaigns are a bonus. Students with interest in cinema are a plus.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Major film/studio production organization

Start Date

Length

This film/production company has produced several major films, all of which have been accepted into major film festivals. This position would include script reading, storyboards, acting, press, journalism, editing, research and documentary work, project management, and working on site at the studio and off site as well.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate has course work experience in film production, writing, editing, and has a desire to be in the film industry. The candidate must be confident, independent and resourceful.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

West End theatre production/management company

Start Date

Length

Touring companies like Ha Ha Hamlet and When Harry Met Sally need regional theatres to host their shows and promote them. This theatre production company's sole function is hosting, producing and promoting a diverse range of top quality plays and shows locally in London and in overseas markets as well. They seek an all around assistant to help with anything and everything as daily needs dictate. Someone in this position can expect to help with the scenery & costume departments, box office, advertising, publicity, running lines with actors& anything and everything needed to help their staff keep their heads above water.

Ideal Candidate: Sophomore standing, 3.1 GPA, exceptional organization skills and a strong interest in theatre & arts management. Experience or interest in marketing/PR also helpful, but not essential. General business/admin, and interpersonal skills required.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Theatre production company and venue

Start Date

Length

This highly successful theatrical production company specializes in revivals of both dramas and musicals. The selected Intern will help run their small theatre and production company. Common duties include desk hours at the box office (and associated administrative paperwork). Also, some of the more fun duties include assisting the stage manager, producer and director. As with most small theatre companies, the support staff does a little bit of everything. Work hours are flexible and variable.

Ideal Candidate: Junior class standing, a 3.0 GPA and a combination of class work and/or professional experience in tech theatre, make up, box office, and operations.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

First-hand Experience in the Film Industry

Start Date

Length

If you want to learn not just the creative side but all aspects of a film company's operations, this internship is for you! This firm is a fully integrated international sales and executive production company. Their principal aim is to support credible commercial film makers to produce a quality film by sourcing and structuring financial backing. In addition, they create effective marketing campaigns to launch their films worldwide. They seek a humble, thick skinned intern to help in all aspects of company operations: Public Relations, Marketing, and Business Administration. Typical duties include updating the press folder with any press cuttings on the company's films, submitting latest press to trade journalists, undertaking box office research on comparable titles and film statistics, film finance research and any other research, script reading & report writing and many tasks relating to reception/office management.

Ideal Candidate: Junior class standing, 3.1 GPA, strong organizational/interpersonal skills, and a passion for filmmaking & business.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Finance/Economics

Finance with a focus in Renewable Energy

Start Date

Length

This company develops solar power plants in the Mediterranean region. It works with a wide variety of solar technologies and then places the best one in each of its various projects.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have an interest in the renewable energy business and a strong background in finance particularly with Profit and Loss balance sheets as well as language skills in any of the following: French, Italian, Greek, or Arabic.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

High Profile Renewable Energy Business

Start Date

Length

This company is establishing itself as a leader in the renewable energy business throughout the Mediterranean and assesses financial and technical feasibility for projects in the countries it operates in: France, Greece, Turkey and Tunisia.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a strong skill set in corporate finance and well as with profit and loss balance sheets, and preferably language skills in either French, Italian, Greek or Arabic with an interest in or having had exposure to renewable energy

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

International Investment Group for Economic Development

Start Date

Length

This financial group advises companies, governments and economic development organizations on international investment and trade attraction strategies. Organizations working this firm benefit from their experience, insight and a portfolio of added value products that help to drive efficiency and results. They also develop market research reports on consumer behavior. They seek a talented and driven intern to join their London office. This small team of three staffers provides research and support to their consulting, outsourcing and market research divisions. They also maintain their own portfolio of products and services including investor profiling and market reports. Typical intern duties include gathering intelligence on organizations & gauging potential to engage in international expansion; conducting desk research and analysis of FDI, trade and economic data; conducting interviews with companies and trade associations; researching and drafting sector specific reports; and maintaining company databases on CRM software. REQUIREMENTS: Junior standing, 3.4 GPA in a strong business program, demonstrated knowledge of international trade, finance, and equity markets.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate has a strong background in Geography, Economics, and Finance. Bilingual or Multilingual preferred.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Government/Politics

Member of Parliament for Labour Party

Start Date

Length

This MP has always been very active in parliament, serving on the Public Accounts Select Committee, and on the Broadcasting and Procedure Select Committees. He has stood on the Finance Standing Committee and scrutinised the budget for three years in a row. He has also been a member of many parliamentary groups including chairing the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Sports and Leisure and the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Commonhold and Leasehold Reform. Interns accepted to this internship will gain an intimate glimpse into the workings of an MP's office, and parliament in general.

Ideal Candidate: Background/experience in law/government/policy or similar, willingness to get hands dirty with the rest of the staff, research skill and ability.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Graphic Design

Graphic Design for a Fashion Magazine

Start Date

Length

A well known fashion magazine is looking for a graphic designer with skills in page layout and brand development. Graphic design interns will get to work with the magazine design team in putting together a monthly publication. This is a true fashion journalism environment for a serious graphic designer!

Ideal Candidate: Graphic design skills with Adobe Photoshop is a must. Previous experience with page layout and publications is preferred.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks
  • 1/12/2013
  • 12 weeks

Hospitality/Travel/Tourism

British Relocation and Social Orientation services

Start Date

Length

Working primarily with the Government Office for London and County Councils, this organization has helped thousands of those new to the UK. They help them arrive, settle and most importantly have a fantastic time as they acclimate to the country. This firm has been providing arrival orientation packages for international travelers for ten years. They work primarily with the UK government, several London boroughs and other agencies. Interns will work in a support role to the staff to help plan social events, assist in marketing, and work conferences.

Ideal Candidate: Sophomore class standing, 3.0 GPA, and strong organizational & interpersonal skills. Experience with social media and events. Can work independently

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Human Resources

Recruitment company for Fortune 500 Clients

Start Date

Length

This recruitment and consultancy company works with major fortune 500 companies and is quickly becoming a major player in Europe.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will want to work in recruiting or research, will be bright and articulate and very determined. Business administration and HR majors are encouraged to apply.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Information Technology/Computing

Expanding web design and development agency

Start Date

Length

This is a company that provides professional customized solutions in web design and software development. They deliver premium solutions for a wide range of business throughout the United Kingdom and around the world.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have the ability to develop and manage e-commerce tools and will have the ability to liaise with programmers, clients, and project managers in different locations. The candidate for this internship will have strong communication skills and an IT background with a desire to learn in a fast-paced environment.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Interior Design

Highly accredited interior design firm

Start Date

Length

The team at this prestigious design firm oversees the entire process with an award winning construction team of fitters, joiners, tillers, and decorators. Each team member is unique and an integral part of the jigsaw that keeps the firm in its highly respected position in metro London. Internship duties include research from library and Internet sources, plan to scale modeling, 3-D rendering, assisting with client presentations, general office issues and updating of manuals.

Ideal Candidate: 3.2 GPA, junior class standing, and demonstrated abilities/knowledge of architecture and interior design. Work samples/projects may be required for placement.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Journalism

Independent Music-focused Media Group

Start Date

Length

This hip magazine is a multi-award winning music publication that launched to critical acclaim in 2004, combining underground and mainstream music genres. It also includes fashion, film and entertainment, in its subject matter. Journalism interns will get to work in a music magazine setting writing articles, creating press launches, and complementing the rest of the writing staff. This one is not to be missed!

Ideal Candidate: Junior class standing, 3.2 GPA (3.5 in journalism), and writing/editorial experience at a student newspaper in music and pop culture. Writing samples required for placement. Interest/knowledge of current British Music a MUST.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Photo syndication library

Start Date

Length

The firm is a high quality photographic syndication company that provides images to communication businesses. Through its extensive library of pictures of celebrities and models taken by internationally renowned photographers, they have developed a large worldwide clientele. Interns will work more in a photography heavy capacity, touching up pictures, processing, and potentially assisting in photo shoots.

Ideal Candidate: Retouching skills, knowledge of website updating, key wording, and photo processing/editing, Ability to complete photo research, knowledge of cameras and Photoshop, must know how to shoot a camera.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Hip Fashion Magazine

Start Date

Length

A well known fashion magazine is looking for a journalist with the skills to write about fashion, interview high profile clients and write a feature article while being mentored by movers and shakers in the business. This is a true fashion journalism environment.

Ideal Candidate: Confident, driven-to-succeed aspiring journalist who can work for a fast-paced, powerhouse fashion publication, writing samples that prove your capabilities, and a no-fear attitude when it comes to interviewing high profile clients and writing feature articles.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Law/Legal

International dispute resolution organization

Start Date

Length

This organization is the home of dispute resolution and sets global standards for dispute management providing education and training for arbitrators, mediators and adjudicators, and acting as an international centre for practitioners, policy makers, academics and those in business concerned with the cost-effective and early settlement of disputes.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for this placement is a law student with a desire to work in arbitration, specifically international arbitration.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Independent charity working to fight crime

Start Date

Length

This non-profit organization is heavily involved in crime prevention in London and all of England. Through their services, they inform police departments and others on suspicious activities and crimes in progress. They help reduce the fear of crime by working with communities to tackle relevant problems and work on many youth targeted awareness projects. Interns successfully placed with this organization will support the professional staff in a variety of ways including organizing events, email communications, and the nationwide coordination of volunteers.

Ideal Candidate: Sophomore class standing, a 3.1 GPA, and a background in criminal justice or social work.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Leading Immigration Law Firm

Start Date

Length

This placement is with a growing socilitors firm in central London that works on immigration and human rights cases related to the UK goverment and EU. Interns will work with the paralegal team and be exposed to a range of tasks related to supporting solicitors and case work.

Ideal Candidate: Pre-law student keen to get an overall exposure to a law firm and UK and EU law. Must be willing to do paralegal tasks such as document and case preparation and document management.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

NGO/Charity

Well-known International NGO

Start Date

Length

Independent of all governments and funded by members and supporters, this organization campaigns for an end to the Chinese occupation of Tibet and for the fundamental human rights of Tibetans to be respected. Founded in 1987, this office is a vibrant hub of campaigning activity led by the director who is assisted by a strong team of staff and volunteers (more than 20,000 supporters) contributing to the public education and advocacy for change in Tibet. There are always important cases (on average 10-12 per year) which require letters, emails and/or faxes to be written to relevant authorities as well as staging talks and fundraising events, and also promoting the work and membership of the organization.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with grassroots advocacy, will have an understanding of issues in Asia and the displacement of a large nation of people, as well as writing, PR, and computer skills

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Healthy Living and Nutrition Organization

Start Date

Length

This independent, nonprofit charity's principal activity is to further the knowledge and practice of optimum nutrition through the education of public health officials, and preserve and protect the health of the general public by giving advice, assistance and treatment.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a background in nutrition and a passion for educating the public and promoting healthy eating.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Photography

Hip digital media agency

Start Date

Length

This innovative, international media agency works across digital, print, and video and boasts high profile clients and breakthrough campaigns. Their clients are some of the biggest in the business and they want top notch interns to join their team.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a background in photography and a strong portfolio with a history of reliability, detail orientation and the ability to think independently. It's important to have the experience and desire to work in a fast-paced studio and the ability to interact with high profile clients without being starstruck.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Professional photography, specializing in travel, fashion, and corporate photography

Start Date

Length

This photography company, established 2003, specialises in lifestyle, travel and corporate people photography. Prior to working under his own name, the founder spent seven years assisting some of the world's most acclaimed people photographers. As a result he has developed an eclectic portrait collection of iconic 20th & 21st century figures from the arts, politics and sport. Interns will get to assist the founder and gain firsthand experience in studio shoots.

Ideal Candidate: Students with 1-2 years of solid photography background.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

Professional photographer specializing in corporate photography and portraiture

Start Date

Length

This placement is with a London-based photographer who shoots striking images in response to a wide range of business-oriented briefs and do so both on time and on budget. He has a solid track record of offering creative solutions to clients who want to communicate their business objectives clearly and simply, but with visual flair. Interns will be an assistant for this photographer and be able to assist in shoots, and learn about all aspects of the photography business.

Ideal Candidate: Junior class standing, 3.2 GPA and a strong combination of photographic and computer skills. Self-motivated attitude and initiative. Photography background preferred. Knowledge of Photoshop and HTML useful and applicable.

  • 6/9/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 6/23/2012
  • 8 weeks
  • 9/8/2012
  • 12 weeks

London Internship Program Eligibility

Participants in the London internship program are required to be a minimum of 19 years old and have at least two semesters or relevant coursework experience in their preferred internship field. Participants must also have a very high level of English in order to participate in a university and professional setting.

Visa Eligibility

Global Experiences can accept most nationalities into the London program. Participants either travel on a BUNAC visa or take advantage of a youth mobility visa according to the system set forth by the UK Immigration authorities. Participants must meet English language proficiency levels as well as have relevant college or university level coursework in the field in which an internship is sought. If you are uncertain regarding your eligibility please inquire within.

The following chart provides more detailed information regarding program eligibility (including Global Experiences and Country visa requirements):

VISA CATEGORY NATIONALITIES REQUIREMENTS
BUNAC Visa USA Citizens
  • Valid Passport
  • 19-30 yrs
  • Fluency or very high level proficiency in spoken and written English
  • Evidence of financial ability to support oneself while in UK
  • Must be currently enrolled student or less than 12 months from graduation by the start date of your program
  • All students with U.S. citizenship wishing to participate in our London program must have a valid passport and obtain a BUNAC Visa to legally participate provided you are currently an enrolled student or will be within 6 months of graduation upon beginning the program. Those requiring a BUNAC visa will incur a visa and processing fee of approximately $1,200 in addition to the program costs, which are not imposed by Global Experiences but rather for the visa itself. You must advise your Program Consultant that you are in need of this visa. Please inquire within for more information. Eligibility and acceptance is determined based on a completed application form and formal acceptance into the program. Some host employers may not be able to accept international students so please discuss your placement area prior to enrolling.
Youth Mobility (also known as Working Holiday Visa) Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, British Territories
  • Valid Passport
  • Minimum 19 years of age at start of program
  • Fluency or very high level proficiency in spoken and written English

Eligibility and acceptance is determined based on a completed application form and formal acceptance into the program.

Please Note: Global Experiences provides the necessary information but is in not responsible for obtaining the visa on behalf of the participant. Every applicant must complete the visa process independently.

London Internships Schedule

The following is a schedule of Dates & Fees for the London internships.

Program Name: England: London 8 weeks (Summer)

Start Date: 6/9/2012
USD Cost: $7990.00

Program Name: England: London 8 weeks (Summer)

Start Date: 6/23/2012
USD Cost: $8590.00

Program Name: England: London 12 weeks

Start Date: 9/8/2012
USD Cost: $9990.00

Program Name: England: London 12 weeks

Start Date: 1/12/2013
USD Cost: $9990.00


Our Placement Process

We excel at matching each intern with the best employer by learning about YOU and YOUR expectations of your experience abroad. There is not another group or company that does this as well as Global Experiences.

Finding the career that is right for you is a journey that may last a lifetime. Global Experiences will help you identify your personal and professional goals, as well as prepare to apply those in a real world work environment.

We walk you through a comprehensive consultation to understand your academic background, learning and career objectives, language proficiency (where relevant), and whether you are interested primarily in the travel experience or the professional development opportunites available through your customized program. Getting to know you and understanding all of these variables helps us to identify the best internship for you.

Since we guarantee our internships, we will not accept you into our program unless we are confident we can find a suitable placement for you.We are generally able to let you know in our first contact with you whether you are a good candidate for our program.

Once you are accepted into the program and pay your program deposit, we will immediately begin formalizing your internship placement. We will work with you to create an effective resume, prepare for an interview (required for many placements), and organize the documentation required to secure your visa. All participants will have access to a portal of pre-departure information that will help prepare you for your Global Experience.

Summary of Placement Process

  • Determine your program eligibility (see eligibility page)
  • Submit an inquiry form to connect with a program consultant
  • Submit application form as soon as possible for your preferred dates and pay $50 application fee
  • Receive acceptance into the program
  • Pay $1000 deposit to reserve your place in the program
  • Begin preparation process for internship and apply for your visa (as necessary)
  • Complete application steps and make final fee payment. Payment plans are available.
  • Arrive in London to start your program!

Housing in London

Participants will stay with other students and interns from around the world in one of central London’s most bustling boroughs of culture and entertainment, King’s Cross. Just a five minute walk from the King’s Cross Tube station will take you to the steps of Nido Student Living. This contemporary student housing offers great amenities with a diverse and fun international atmosphere.

This is not your typical student housing!

You will enjoy an on-site café, laundry room, screening room, free bike storage, and free use of the fitness center. There is also 24-hour security, CCTV and live-in staff for student support, health and safety.

Nido’s is located five minutes from the Eurostar National Rail Services. The Eurostar trains can get to Paris and Brussels in two hours and service many other desirable destinations.

Amenities and Features

  • Electronic swipe card secured entrance
  • 24-hour security staff with a multiple security monitoring rooms
  • Fitness Center
  • Study reading rooms
  • Large courtyard with seating
  • Shared kitchens
  • Coin operated laundry
  • Resident café with internet access and comfortable seating
  • High speed internet/VOIP system in room
  • Wireless access in common areas with Wired access in rooms (you will need to supply your own ethernet cable)



Academic Credit

Yes, you can earn academic credit for this program. There are two ways to obtain credit for a Global Experiences program; transfer credit from our foreign institutional partners or earn independent study credit from our US-based affiliate university, Eastern Washington University. One may also combine foreign transfer credit with independent study credit. The best credit option will be determined by your home university and academic advisor.

More information regarding academic credit options.

London Testimonials

Name: Rushana- Rochester Institute of Technology
Company: British Bankers Association
Field: Finance/Economics

Testimonial: "I am a 3rd year student majoring in International Business and Finance at Rochester Institute of Technology. This past summer I spent in London doing internship in a banking industry with Global Experiences. It was great, studying different cultures, learning about London and meeting a lot of new people. I always wanted to go London and not just as a tourist, but actually live there and experiencing working and studying. I had the time of my life."

Name: Erica
Company: University of Texas
Field: Fashion Design

Testimonial: “I learned so much in the past weeks at my internship. I would have never learned all of this just in school.”

Name: Jessica
Company: Western Illinois University
Field: Fashion Design

Testimonial: "Global Experiences created opportunities I may not have had without my Internship in London. They were able to match my interests and career goals with a wonderful and experienced employer. Without Global Experiences, I believe I would not have had this once in a lifetime opportunity, which helped me achieve my goal of interning abroad that I set for myself at the beginning of my college career. From start to finish Global Experiences made the entire process simple, organized, and fun."

Name: Pamela
Company: University of Central Florida
Field: Health Services

Testimonial: “I love my internship! There are challenges but you need to take advantage of the experiences. My internship is very applicable to my goals.”

Name: Lauryn
Company: University of Alabama
Field: Fashion Business

Testimonial: “My placement with a major clothing designer was the best fit for me. He helped to teach me all the different facets of being a designer and how to run a business. It was an amazing experience where I met a wonderful group of people. A journey that is unforgettable.”

Name: Kayla
Company: University of Wisconsin
Field: Psychology/Social Sciences

Testimonial: “I couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience while in London. My internship was amazing and the fact that I got to be in London while doing my dream job just made the experience that much more fantastic.”

Name: Patricia
Company: University of Central Missouri
Field: Interior Design

Testimonial: "Eye opening and a true way to go from point A to point B in your life"

Name: John
Company: Queens University of Charlotte
Field: Government/Politics

Testimonial: “Working in the British Parliament has been fantastic and just being in London is amazing. So much going on in this busy city, ranging from music to sports!”

Name: Aviva, College Lasalle, Canada
Company: Matthew Williamson
Field: Fashion Design

Testimonial: “I had the most amazing summer. I couldn’t have asked for a better placement. Thanks to GE for making it happen!”

Name: Holly
Company: Xavier University
Field: Advertising/Marketing/PR

Testimonial: “Traveling is an education in itself. You learn things about yourself that you never thought you would know. You also are surrounded my people from all over the world and learn about their lives and cultures.”

Name: Brittany
Company: University of Giorgia
Field: Fashion Business

Testimonial: “Having this internship really confirms my career in fashion merchandising.”

Name: Max
Company: Babson College
Field: Finance/Economics

Testimonial: "First, the company offered to have me come back next year! More importantly, the distinction of having international experience after my sophomore year of college is invaluable. My time in London was spectacular. An experience that I will remember throughout both my life and my professional career.”

Name: Emily
Company: Stephens College
Field: Fashion Design

Testimonial: "I loved my internship with an eco-fashion design company. Being in London was an amazing experience; every day was different and I really got a chance to immerse myself in the culture. I am a fashion design major and although my internship was not in design it was still very valuable because I learned a lot of new skills in areas such as graphic design and public relations that I know I will use in the future."

Name: Megan
Company: University of California, Berkeley
Field: Journalism

Testimonial: "This internship was by far the greatest experience of my life. I will forever have memories of my time in London and am so lucky to have been a part of the global experiences program. The people that I met through my internship, as well as those I lived with will forever be friends of mine and I owe it all to this fantastic internship!"

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Name: Lucy
Company: University of Alabama
Field: Fashion Business

Testimonial: "London is fantastic. I looove everything about it! London Fashion Week was absolutely AMAZING. Words can’t even describe!"

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“Working in the British Parliament has been fantastic and just being in London is amazing."

John
Queens University of Charlotte
Government/Politics